Institutes, Centers, & Initiatives

The Center for Agribusiness (CAB) seeks to enhance the economic and environmental sustainability of agricultural operations in Southwest Florida by providing well-trained professionals who are knowledgeable about agriculture and its role in the Southwest Florida economy.

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The Center for Supply Chain Excellence (CSCE) seeks to achieve excellence in supply chain management through high-quality leading-edge educational programs and outreach activities in partnership with industry. The CSCE is committed to bringing together professionals in the supply chain management with LCOB faculty and students to facilitate knowledge partnerships and to develop and disseminate best practices in supply chain management. The CSCE will facilitate the education and development of students to become future leaders in supply chain management, as well as offer certification and educational programs for industry professionals.

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The Institute for Technological Innovation (iTi), with the sponsorship of the Department of Defense and private industry, has developed on-demand, online, mobile, portable courses and systems applications and tools for learning from anywhere, anytime.

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The Lucas Institute for Real Estate Development and Finance was established to reflect the important role that real estate development plays in the Southwest Florida economy and to address the need for a graduate degree program to prepare students for the challenges in this highly competitive industry. The institute works closely with the Real Estate Investment Society (REIS) of Southwest Florida. Links to both websites are below.

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The Newton Ethical Leadership Initiative (NELI) Promotes leadership and ethical action in students, employees, and citizens.

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The Regional Economic Research Institute (RERI) performs economic research, analysis and forecasting for various organizations in Southwest Florida. The Institute has published many works, including a monthly Southwest Florida economic report and a quarterly business climate survey report.

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The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a customer-driven organization of business professionals, dedicated to helping small businesses succeed, by enthusiastically providing creative solutions which exceed customer, employee, and stakeholders’ expectations.

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The Southwest Florida Leadership Institute (SFLI) serves as a source for training and programs, best practices, research, and other business leadership competencies for the Southwest Florida region and beyond.

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